Invisalign is a great way to fix orthodontic issues, since it is practically invisible and less bulky than traditional braces. While many people are good candidates for Invisalign, other methods may be more suitable. Here are a few questions to ask yourself before committing to Invisalign as your orthodontic treatment.
Are You Responsible?
Every time you need to eat or drink hot/staining beverages, you need to remove your Invisalign trays. When you are done eating, you need to clean your teeth and reinsert the trays.
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The next time you need to replace your toothbrush, you should think about making the switch to an electric toothbrush. There are a lot of reasons why an electric toothbrush is a good idea and you can learn about them by reading the information you will find right here.
More brush strokes – When you are brushing your teeth with a traditional toothbrush, the speed at which your teeth are being brushed will be determined by how fast you are able to move your hand and wrist.
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Most children should see the dentist twice per year for regular checkups and cleaning appointments. This ensures that most dental problems are detected early when they are easy to manage and treat. However, there may still be some dental problems that emerge between appointments. Here are four signs your child needs to see the dentist before it becomes time for their next regular checkup.
1. Toothaches
If your child complains about a toothache or pain in a tooth, do not put off seeing the dentist.
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If your child has started to develop cavities, you are probably concerned about their oral health. A cavity is caused by decay and can grow in size until the entire tooth structure is compromised.
Decay begins as acids released by the bacteria in your child's mouth demineralize the enamel of the little one's teeth. The enamel is the hardest layer of a tooth and is comprised of multiple minerals, including calcium and phosphorous.
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Do you dread having to go get your teeth checked out? Do you wish that there was some way that you could skip going to the dentist entirely? Unfortunately, in order to have healthy teeth, going to the dentist is something that is necessary on a yearly basis, at the very least. But what you may not realize is that it doesn't have to be an unpleasant experience. While you may never look forward to getting a dental checkup, there are things that you can do to help make your next visit more comfortable.
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About a year ago, I realized that our family dentist was going to retire and that I needed to find a new one. Instead of stressing about the problem, I thought carefully about who would work the best for my family and then focused on working with that individual. It was a lot of work, but by the time I got in to see the professional, I knew that we were with the right dental clinic. This blog is all about choosing the right dentist and knowing how to narrow down the field. Check out this blog for more information.